gemmae
The English phrase "gems" is translated into Latin as gemmae.
The term refers to precious stones typically used in jewelry.
How does it change in a sentence?
gemmae is the plural form of the noun used to denote multiple gems.
Did you know?
- In Latin, gemma does not only mean a precious stone but also refers to a plant bud. This reflects a poetic connection between the 'sparkle' of a jewel and the 'promise' of a new flower.
- Ancient Romans used the term gemma specifically for carved gemstones, known as intaglios, which were used as personal seals to authenticate documents.
- The English word 'gem' is a direct descendant of gemma, but it entered English via Old French rather than coming directly from Latin.
Examples in context
- Etiam antiqui Romani gemmas adorabant.Even the ancient Romans worshipped gems.
- Inter amicos lapides pretiosos commutabamus.Among friends, we used to exchange precious stones.
- Gemmae in corona sunt.The gems are in the crown.
- Gemmae multae et pulchrae sunt.The gems are many and beautiful.
- In hoc anulo gemmae sunt.There are gems in this ring.
Example conversation
Quintus and Lucia are looking at jewelry in a market.
- QuintusVise, Lucia, gemmae in hoc necklace lucent!Look, Lucia, the gems in this necklace shine!
- LuciaIta, Quinte, sunt optimae.Yes, Quintus, they are excellent.
- QuintusVelim eas emere pro te.I would like to buy them for you.
- LuciaGratias tibi ago, amice!Thank you, friend!
